Sporty’s has expanded its offerings of aviation charts to cover many additional countries, including: Mexico, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Germany and the Netherlands. This is in addition to Sporty’s full selection of Canadian and Caribbean charts. “As pilots, we know how hard it can be to find international charts,” said Sporty’s Vice President John Zimmerman. […]
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Free tax webinar on bonus depreciation set
Wolcott & Associates will present a free aviation tax webinar “Bonus Depreciation for Aircraft is Back!” Oct. 12. Bonus depreciation and increased write-off for capital purchases was signed into law in H.R 5297 Small Business Jobs Act of 2010. The rules provide excellent tax benefits for those in a position to take advantage of the […]
Quality Aircraft Accessories appointed Champion/Slick magneto service center
Quality Aircraft Accessories has been appointed by Champion Aerospace as the first Service Center for Slick magnetos. In its capacity as an FAA/EASA approved repair station and distributor of engine accessories, Quality Aircraft Accessories will perform warranty work on Slick magnetos, complete mandatory inspections and repairs, and promote the full line of Champion products that […]
Multisump Aviation Fuel Tester debuts
Now available at Aircraft Spruce is the Multisump Aviation Fuel Tester, which was invented and designed by a general aviation pilot. The design of the Multisump Aviation Fuel Tester accommodates the fuel checking needs of today’s modern aircraft and pilots while taking into account current environmental needs, according to company officials. The tester is constructed […]
Approved Model List expansion for AvTek’s Pulsar
The Pulsar-MOSFET Landing Light Flasher System from AvTek has received an expanded Approved Model List from the FAA. The AML expansion (which includes nearly all popular certificated aircraft) is applicable to either the one-light or two-light system. See the AvTek website for pricing.
Flight Guide’s iEFB app hits the mark
Airguide Publications has jumped head first into electronic delivery of what has traditionally been, at least until 2010, an ink on paper product. Judging from the activity around their exhibits at Sun ’n Fun in April and AirVenture in July, a great many pilots are interested in their efforts. Specifically, the Flight Guide iEFB iPad […]
Aerosim Flight Academy now a Cirrus Training Center
Aerosim Flight Academy has become a Cirrus Training Center (CTC). Utilizing Cirrus aircraft and an FAA certified Level 6 Flight Training Device, the academy offers traditional CTC programs, as well as advanced training, including parachute deployment, Caribbean, mountain and Alaskan flying. Academy officials say the academy is the largest owner of Cirrus aircraft worldwide with […]
Takeoffs & Landings: The Expert Approach
The AOPA Air Safety Institute will host a free webinar, “Takeoffs & Landings: The Expert Approach,” throughout the month of October. The institute’s chief flight instructor, JJ Greenway, and special guest Jason Blair, executive director of the National Association of Flight Instructors (NAFI), will present an in-depth discussion of the art and science of takeoffs […]
Embry-Riddle offers safety short courses
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University’s Professional Programs Office will host three five-day Center for Aerospace Safety/Security Education (CASE) short courses that cover safety, security, human factors, and aircraft accident investigation. Participants may elect to take courses independently or complete all three courses to receive a Certificate of Management in Aviation Safety. Courses include: Occupational Safety & Health/Aviation […]